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1. Only human being 'hoards', thus he became

selfish.

2. Only human being eats more than his require

ment, thus he became diseased.

3. Only human being sleeps in excess, thus he

bacame lazy.

4. Only human being is dependant on others

since birth, thus he became a slave.

5. It is human being who, in search ofminor

happiness, suffers major sorrows.

6. It is human being who became intensely

tensed in the process of finding peace.

7. It is human being who, in the jprocess of at

taining love, became cruel.

8. It is human being who got more frustrated ashe could not be satisfied.

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About the Author

Dr. Balwant S. Chavan

Theauthoris a renownedYoga Thera

pist, MD (M.A.) Colombo, N.D., Hindi

Visharad, Rashtrabhasha Pundit,

Accupressurist, Chromotherapist, Reiki

Sadhak, Bhavatit Dhyan and Siddhi Sadhak,

Founder Trustee of Vaidic Vishwa - Vashi,

Navi Mumbai, Founder President - ShabnamArogya Dham.

He has been treating patients success

fully through Yoga, Mudra Vigyan, Accupressure, Magnetotherapyetc since more than two decades.

Shabnam Arogya Dham, the government registered Educational Trust, conducts certificate courses for'Arogya Chikhsak*. Inwhich subjects like Yogsadhana, Nature Cure, Magnetotherapy,Accupressure, Mudra Vigyan, Chromotherapy, Arogya Dhyan andAyurvedaare taught. Certificates are also given at theend ofthe courseafter proper written, oral and practical examination.

The author, Dr Balwant S. Chavan, considers himself a

humble but effective part of the crusade of 'Health for the WholeWorld' announced by the World Health Organisation.

Resi: 'Sainath Sadan",

RH-l.M-61, Sector -7,

Vashi, Navi Mumbai - 400 703.

Tel.2782 1349.

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the view of the Publisher

Dear readers,

We are glad to bring this book to you. This book contains theScience of the Mudras, which is ofcourse scientifically tested andproved.

Mudra Vigyan is the technique of various combinations ofnnger positions due to which one can stay healthy.

Today man has to face a lot ofproblems and difficulties in lifeBut just simple mudras, which can be done very easily,.anywhere andany time ofthe day, can keep him away or cure from various diseases.

'Shabnam Arogya Dham' is not just a Trust or a crusade itis m fact, the need ofthe hour. Thus after this, we wish to continue thetradition with many more books in the field of health following thisone.

Your reaction/comments on this book are welcome.

Yours,

Yogesh B. Chavan

Published by:

Shabnam Arogya Dham

'Sainath Sadan', RH-1, M-61,Sector -7, Vashi,

Navi Mumbai - 400 703.

Tel. 2782 1349.r.

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Mudra-Therapy

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The human body can be compared to miniature form of the universe. It

represents the universe and just like the universe it is made up of the fusion

of five elements viz - Fire, Air, Earth, Water and Space. The science of

mudra Is based on the principle that the root cause of disease is the

imbalance and Improper coordination between these elements and the

proper balance between these elements is the secret of good health.

An accumulation of numerous mysteries, ourjjody Is self-dependant for

proper health. v . . *

Human body Is an accumulation of numerous mysteries. The Creator

has made it completely self-dependant. Our body has the power of

remaining immune to diseases, as well as curing them. The human brain

is even more efficient than the most modem computers, which can be

guessed from the fact that even a research ofthousands of years could not

yet reveal all the mysteries of the

brain. Not only the brain, the eyes

and the hands, the feet are also not

less than a wonder.

According to the Science of

Mudra, the secret of good health lies

in the hands, fingers and Mudras

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help of fingers.

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of Natureand hands are very impor

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particular kind of energy or Electro-

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the body (aura), is continuously

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therapy, rubbing our palms on each

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with Touch, along with the power of

mind, various parts of our body can

be beautified and moulded in an

ideal shape and it also has a myste-Five elements on the fingers

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that the key to our health lies In our hands, or in the various points of the

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c MUDRAS FOR HEALTH■■) 1 GyanMudra 8. Jalodarnshak Mudra

2. Vayu Mudra 9. Pran Mudra

3 Akash Mudra 10. Apan Mudra

!■ :" 4. Shunya Mudra 11. Apan Vayu Mudrar 5. Prithvi Mudra 12. Linga Mudra

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; 15. Dhyan Mudra

Common rules to be followed while doing the mudras:1. The mudras mentioned above are very important in maintaining

health. Men women, children, old people, anybody can perform thesemudras at anytime. There are no strict rules of posture or direction to be

faced etc.Wecan perfom them anytimeanywhere, while travelling, while watching

T.V., doing any work, while walking, sitting etc.2. Mudras are to be performed with both the hands. Benefits can also be

obtained by doing mudras with one hand, like the Gyan Mudra. The left partof the body is benefitted by performing mudras by the right hand and vice-

versa.

, r 3. We should perform mudras with ease and light pressure on fingers.

■i a If remaining fingers are to be kept straight, they sholud also be kept straight• ar with ease. Touching of fingers to each other is very important in mudras.

us • Remaining fingers may be kept in any comfortable position.4. Time limit - Any mudra should be pracitsed on both the hands for

atleast 45 minutes every day. A desirable change in the body elements canjr be seen only after 45 minutes. Thus this minimum duration of 45 minutes.at daily, is especially essential for a Sadhak.lly Beginners should start practising with ten minutes in the beginning.

r.c extending upto one hour at the most.Simple way to learn mudra is to practise mudra for 15 minutes in the

•:a morning and for 15 minutes in the evening regularly. If someone finds it:,<; difficult to remain in a single mudra for 45 minutes then he should try the\Q above mentioned way. This pratice also gives favourable results, though it-,n maytakemoreiimethanusuat.Oriecanrema1ndiseasefree,Tfhepractices

re mudrabhyas sincerely with faith. Diseased can be cured and the healthycan can keepstill better health. ' ,

j' If you are suffering from anydisease, you can practise the mudra related•h to'thaf disease, a patient should practice the corresponding mudra for 45

to 50 rnfnutes. but according to patients needs or Capacity, one "can increse

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or decrease the time limit. Chronical diseases may take more time to get

cured, but any mudra performed even for 1 second, can help to create

vibrations in the important Yogic chakras and in the remotest musclecentres of our body, which prove beneficial.

Mudras like Shunya mudra or Vayu mudra are to be performed only tillthe curing of the disease. When the disease is cured then one should notpractice these mudras for a long time, as it may be harmful. Mudras likePran mudra, Gyan mudra, Apan mudra, Prithvi mudra can be practised foras much time as one wishes to.

5. Effect of Mudra - Mudras like Shunya mudra and Apan mudra show

their effect immediately, while some mudras need considerable practise toshowtheir effects. Gyan, Apan, Prithvi and Pran mudra areofsuchtype that

more you practice them, more better results can be obtained. Diseased or

healthy, anyonecan practice Pran mudraat hisown wishandcanget betterresults. If a person is healthy and wants to maintain his health,-then he

should atleast practice Pran mudra or Gyan mudra for some time everyday.

6. Mudras can be practised along with other treatment - Mudra Therapy

never hinders doctor's treatment given to diseased. It in fact helps the

diseased person to get cured quickly. Mudra therapy can also be practised

along with other medicinal treatment and still it shows good results.

Practising mudra, works out to give favourable results even if you do not

conceptually believe in the method.

By practising mudras, it is possible to carry out minute changes in our

body, which are practically impossible for our present science because the

minute pulse centres and the switch-board of the Bio-Electicily is in our two

palms, whih gets affected by pressing our hands. For example, in case of

asudden heart-attack, if a persondoes not have effective medicinethen the

person should immediately perform Apan Vayu mudra with both the hands,

which shows quick effects. It works like the Allopathic tablet 'Sorbitet1. In a

few seconds the gas in our body which gives pressure on our heart is

released and the victim can be saved from death even before the arrival of

Method of performing the Mudras

1. GYAN MUDRA

Formation of the mudra - Simply touch the tip of the thumb with the

index finger. Pressing is not necessary. Remaining fingers can be keptstraight with ease.

Speciality 1) It is the most important mudra. It affects the muscles andthe brain with good results. 2) We can do this mudra in any asan orcondition.

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It is considered as best, when performed while meditating in Padmasan.We can do it with both our hands, while working, walking, sitting, lying,travelling any where any time and in any condition. 3)We can practice Itfor as long as possible. There is no time limit for this mudra. 4)Regularpractice of this mudra removes the defects of life line and Budh line andunder developed Shukra point from palmistry point of view.Benefits - This mudra helps In Increasing brain power and removes the

ill effects caused due to mental tension. Regularpractice of Gyan mudra cures all the mentaldisorders and diseases like madness, hysteria,^crackness, anger, laziness, depression. Mindbecomes quiet and spiritual Joy reflects on our face.

This mudra is remarkable to be be free from

problems of anger, excitement and mentaltensions. Self experience -"Once I was very upset

with the behaviour of a bus driver. I experiencedsevere headache because of my anger and so Icould not utter a word. I practised Gyan mudraimmediately and within five minutes I experienceda magical change in myself. Anger and headachevanished as if nothing had happened. After

Gyan Mudra practising the mudra just for a couple of minutes

the feeling of anger and my temper had started cooling down.To control our anger, Shant mudra is useful. First bring all five

fingers together, touch the root of your nose with the middle finger, let thefingers also touch the nose. Put light pressure. Sit steady. One willexperience peace immediately and the anger is calmed down.

Gyan mudra helps in mental concentration. We can feel the

beating of pulse, when we touch the index finger with the thumb. If weconcentrate on this, our mind stops wandering and we can attain a very

high state of concentration.

Gyan mudra is a boost for students. It helps to increase thememory and sharpens is Intelligence. Unnecessary snapping of fingers,

swaying of legs or other such wrong habits of the limbs here and therewithout any reason has an adverse effect on out brain and muscles. Ourenergy is wasted. Memory power is reduced. Acharya Keshave Deowrites, "Some students were very intelligent and sharp, those who couldremember a lesson after Just one reading. They were purposely taught touse their hands in the wrong way. As a result their l.Q. level came down.Level of Intelligence, memory and mental efficiency was found to be lowthan before. When they practiced Gyan mudra regularly their brain power

returned to normal.

If mentally retarded children are given the practice of this mudra,some change in their mental power can be seen. Thumb is the centre ofintelligence. The part of thumb we press In this mudra by the index fingerare the centres of Pltuatory and Pineal Endocrine gl jnds. The pressureon these centres activate the two glands situated in our brain. Maifunctioning of Pltuatory glands may result in making children angry.Children who do mischief, talk lies, like to steal can improve a lot with aprolonged practice of the Gyan mudra. Child becomes free from badhabits and a thorough change can be observed In his behaviour.

Gyan mudra not only makes our memory powerful and sharpensour brain but helps us in getting 'Divya DrishtP. Regular practice of Gyan

mudra helps a Sadhak in opening the Gyan Netra or Shiv Netra for him.Development of the sixth sense is possible by this. With the help of DivyaChakshu, after it Is opened, the Sadhak can see any happenings of thepast, present or the future and he can understand the happenings in otherpersons mind.

Sleeplessness can be cured by the regular practice of .Gyanmudra. Mental tensions, working pressure etc. results badly on the healthof bur brain arid we suffer from sleeplessness. Gyan mudra work like asleeping pill or 'Yogic Trancjuiliser1 in such cases. If it; is proven that

practice of Gyan nipdra^ures the chronic problem of sleeplessness within3 days. Acharya Kesahv:Deo says, "M^ny patients were suffering fromsleeplessness for years together. They had .to take numeroues sleepingpills with hardly any favourable results. Practice of Gyan mudra gave

them wonderful results i They experienced natural sleep and there ws noneed to take sleeping pills any more. If only Gyan mudra does not help to

cure sleeplessness completely then a combination of Gyan mudra withPran mudra is advisable.

2. Vayu Mudra

Formation of Mudra- Keep the Index finger on the

base of the thumb at the mound of the venus and

press with the thumb.Speclallty-1) The practice ofthis mudra decreases the level of the wind or air

element in our body, which ultimately helps to cure

diseases due to Imbalance in the wind element. 2)

Time Limit- In acute cases 4,5 minutes of practice

gives benefit In 12 to 24 hours. Chronic diseases

of (Vat) gas need practice qf this mudra for 15 to. 45imputes, dally. Results show slowly but surely.

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results, practice Pran mudra along with Vayu mudra for some time. Evenotherwise Pran mudra helps to increase 'Chetna' which is beneficial in allother diseases. 4) Paining ears can be cured by Shunya mudra In a fewminutes arid now by Vayu mudra as it is not caused by the imbalance ofthe wind element. 5) Pain in the stomach gets relieved not by Vayumudra but by practice ofApan mudra and Uttanpadasan for 1 to 2 minutesdaily. Uttanpadasan is also beneficial in diseases like Hernia and thenaval remains at its proper place. If the naval is not in Its proper place,regular practice of Uttanpadasan brings it in its proper place and disorderswhich are even out of Allopathy's range, get cured. 6) Some times lack ofself-confidence also results in body pain, which is cured by Pran mudraarid not by Vayu mudra. 7) This mudra helps in getting rid of defects in

ths Saturn mound and the Saturn line, according to palmistry.

Benefits-1) It cures Rheumatism, Arthritis, Gout, Parkinson's disease.

Paralysis etc. without any medicine. Patients suffering from these ailments

should practice this mudra for a maximum time. 2) This mudra is very

useful for problems like plasy of face, stiff neck or cervical spondylysis.When one performs the Vayu mudra, bandh of the Vat nadi, situated atthe centre of the wrist, is attained. When aching neck is due to excess

gas. then while performing Vayu mudra. if you turn your wrist from right to

left, there is a specific 'khat khat like sound in the Vat Nadi. This sound

can be removed by giving slight pressure with the thumb on the Vat nadi

and twisting the wrist a couple of times. When this indicative sound

vanishes, even the neckache is automatically cured, if the stiffness or

pain is on the left side of the neck, then the left wrist should be rotated,

similarly the right wrist, when the pain is on the right side. Both the wrist

are to be rotated alternately, if the pain is all over the neck. Rotation of

wrists in Vayu mudra also is usuful In curing facial palsy. 3) Vayu mudra

is specially useful in curing knee pain.

3. Akash Mudra

Formation of Mudra -The tip of the middle finger is to betouched to the

tip of the thumb in this mudra. Remaining fingers are to be kept straight

but at ease.

Speciality - 1) Practice of this mudra increases

Akash or Space element in our body. So the

diseases caused by the deficiency of this element

can be cured within a few day's practice. 2)Middle

finger is specially related to our heart, so this mudra

is beneficial to our heart. Thus the middle finger is

mostly used while chanting of beads.

\ j I Chanting of beads - If chanting of beads is forV / worldly pleasures like for wealth or peace and

Akash Mudra

happiness in family life or desire' for a son, then the chanting is done withthe thumb and middle finger. (Those who want moksha, they use theirring finger and thumb. If a person wants to end enimity or suffering thenhe uses index finger). When we are chanting beadu the Mala should bein the right hand thumb and touching our heart. While chanting beads ournails should not touch the beads and should not pass the Meru or theCentre bead, otherwise we do not get desired results. Mala should beclean with 108 beads and beautiful meru or centre bead. If auspicious orgood desires are to fulfilled, then use white mala, to get rid of sufferinguse red mala. Like Mala, there is a specific way of touching the feet of theelders. We should cross our hands and touch the feet of the person towhom we want to show respect, may be our Guru, so that our right handtouches his right foot and the left hand touches his left foot. When onetouches the feet in this manner then the negative and positive current ofelectricity coming from his body (the guru's) prove beneficial to the student.3) Time Limits- This mudra is to be practiced when needed only or a

limited time.

4) According to palmistry diseases related to Shani Griha (Saturn) canbe cured when Shani (Saturn) is passive in his horoscope.

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y 11 ^^t^RSTftrtNuf to: i ]Formation of mudra- Keep the middle finger at the top of venus andpress with the thumb.

Speciality-1. If there is any increament in sky or space element in ourbody, this mudra helps to decrease it and maintain balance. 2. Time

limit- This mudra can be practised till the diseasein cured. Pain in ears stops in a few minutes afterpractising this mudra. Deaf or a person weak in

hearing, or a person suffering from pain in ears,should do this mudra daily for 40 to 60 minutescontinuously.

3. If Shuyna mudra fails to show positive effect incuring ear diseases, then Akash mudra helps insuch cases.

Benefits- Shunya mudra is useful in diseases ofears in particular. When pain in ears starts, practice

this mudra immediately, one feel some relief in 4 toshunya Mudra.' *** 5 miniJtes and the pain totally vanishes within some

time. 2. Shunya mudra is a cure for deafness.Deaf person or persons weak in hearing should practice Shunya mudraregularly, increasing the time of the mudra gradually. Daily practice ofshunya mudra just for 5 minutes also helps but a bit slowly. The shunyamudra can be practised with other medicines of doctors and practice of

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Formation of mudra-When the tips of the ring

finger and the thumb come together, this mudra

is formed.

Speciality- 1)Thls mudra helps to maintain the

balance of the Prithfvi element In our body andremovesatlkindsofphysicalweakness.2) Ring

finger is an important finger, like the thumbspecial electric current passes through it.According to Yoga there is a two-petalled lotus

on our forehead. Ifwe touch this lotus with ring

finger and thumb and apply kumkum, any

person, male or female can focus his or herinvisible powers on some other person andincrease that person's power too.

3) Time Limit- You can sit in any asana andpractice this mudra for as long as you desire.

Benefit-1) This mudra helps weak person to gain weight proportionate tohis requirement, thus onewho wants to gain weight should do this mudra.2) It increases the lustre of our skin and makes it glow. 3) The mudraincreases the 'Chetna' in our body. Regular practice of this mudra makesone happy, content and enthusiastic. Also the body becomes healthy inall respects. 4) This mudra makes the mind generous, thus changes the

narrow mind, broader. 5) The mudra is like a true friend, it helps a Sadhdk

to progress on his spiritual path. I |3ftw33Trfcftwii:pT:l I6. Surya Mudra l—l ■—

Formation of mudra- Bend the ring finger and

press the tip on the base of your thumb, slightly

press with the thumb.

Speciality -1. It is advisable to do the Surya

mudra with both the hands, sitting in Padmasan,

which helps to reduce weight. While practicing

this mudra, the particular center ofthyroid glandsgets pressure, which according to Accupressure

Therapy, is activated to feduce weight, thus the/ - i benefit. Time limit- the Surya Mudra should be

surya Much* ^ practised for about 5 to 15 minutes regularly,

both In the morning and in the evening.Benefits-1. It helps in reducing fat in the body. 2. It also helps in reducing

mental tension.

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8. Jalodarnashak Mudra

Formation of Mudra Put the tips of the thumb and

the little finger together, it makes the Varun Mudra.

Speciality -1) Regular practice of this mudra helps

to cure diseases caused by the deficiency of water

element. 2) Time Limit-It can be practised when

needed.

Benefits- Regular practice of this mudra removes

dryness of our body and restores moisture.

Deficiency of water element in the body may result

in impurities of the blood. This mudra removes

such defects. It also helps in other disorders like

gastroentraitis and cramps or pain due to cramps.

Jalodammhak Mudra

9. Pran Mudra

(^ |Formation of Mudra- Bend the little finger and

touch the tip of it at the base of the thumb and press

it with the thumb. The remaining three fingers stay

straight, at ease.

Speciality -1. Jalodarnashak mudra helps in

decreasing water element in our body, when water

element is in excess in our body it causes some

disorders, which can be cured by the practice of

this mudra. 2. Time limit - Try the mudra till the

disease is cured completely.

Benefits- It benefits in diseases caused due to

excess water and can be done along with other

medicinal treatment.

Pran Mudra

Formation of mudra - Bend the little and ring fingers

so that their tips touch the tip (front edge) of the

thumb. Remaining two fingers will remain straight at

ease. Speciality-1. Pran mudra is the most impor

tant mudra. Human body is a station of mysteries.

After penance, study, (Atmasadhana) of manyyears,

sages, rishis have made important discoveries.

Acharya Kesahav Deo describes this mudra saying,

"When you press the button of Pran mudra, the

dynamo of life energy starts working vigorously. As

the electricity of life energycharges the battery of our

body, thepatient experiences 'chetna' graduallywithin

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himself". Practice of Pran mudrastrengthensa veryweakperson physically

and mentally, so much that he never gets diseases and retains vitality. Low

level of vitality, is what makesa bodyweak and gets diseases very quickly.

2. In palmistry, the ring finger is of surya or th sun which is the centre of

itamins and vitality, the little finger of Budh which represents teenage and

youthful strength. So when fingers of Sun nd Budha come together with

thumb which isof fire element, this mudrabecomesveryimportant. Prac'rtce

of Pran mudra cures defects of life line & Budha line and Shukra moment

starts developing. 3. Ring finger rpresents prithvi element, thelittle finger

represents water elemnt, the thumb represents fire element when these

three fingers or these.three elemnts combine together in this mudra, the

vitality of the body, circulation of the blood improves, removing any kind of

blocks in blood vessels. It increases life force and cures nervousness and

fatigue. 4. Time Limit - Any one can practice the Pran mudra at any time,

in any conditions. To increase vitality, Pran mudra should be done maxi

mum.

Benefits - Pran mudra increases vitality and immunity of the body against

diseases. 2. Vitamin deficiency can be cured with its practice. 3. Weak

muscles get strength. 4. It rejuvenates a tired person. 5. It helps to increase

the powerof eyes. Defects ordiseases of eyescanalsobecuredbypractice

of Pran mudra. One who desires to have healthy eyes should also do Pran

mudra for atleast 5 minutes regularly. 6. In sleeplessnes, practice it with

Gyan mudra, and in diabetes practice it with Apan mudra. 7. Experience

- Acharya Keshav Deo experienced that during Sadhana or during long

periods without food and water, if a person experiences weaknessm thenhe should practice Pran mudra. The panes of hunger and thirst vanish.

10. Apan Mudra

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Formation of mudra"Tips of midle finger and ringfinger should touch the tip of thumb. Remaining

fingers, namely, little finger and index finger remain

straight at ease.

Speciality - 1. From the heart point of view this

mudraplaysa veryimportant rolebecaue It regularises

excretory sysem and thus helps in keeping our body

clean. Yoga helps in physical clearillnes. Besides

that, when a Sad/3a/c>vants to reach the highest level

ai'degree, (n Ypga," his.bcdyrieeds finest clean

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comingtogetherofPranandApanisessentialforspiritualprogressinYcga.

Regular and continous practice of Apan mutfra balances the Pran and ApanVayu in our body. 2. Time Limit - There is no particular time limit or thismudra The more you pactice it, the more It will benefit you.Benefits -1. Apan mudra helpsto clean our body bydisposing of waste likeexcreta urine and sweat with ease. Apan mudra not only cleans the bodybut also initiates pious thoughts in our mind. 2. If a person does not getperspiration, then it is not a good sign for health It may cause diseases. 3.Apan mudra particularly affects the working of our kidneys. If urine isblocked apan mudra works immediatley. If urine is blocked for daystogether and medicines, injections do not show favourable results, thenpracitice of this mudra for 45 minutes, dally, cures the disease wlthouranymedicine. If urine blockage problem Is recent then this mudra benefits thepatient immediately and surprising favourable results are achieved (exceptin prostrate problems). 4. Apan mudra helps in the problems-of gas instomach, as this mudra controls the Apan vayu. 5. In case of constipationand piles this mudra should be practised minimum 45 minutes regularly. 6.Apan mudra helps In maintaining health of teeth. 7. To control diabetes.Apan mudra Is useful and also side by side removes diseases of mouth,

nose, ears and eyes naturally.

11. Apan Vayu Mudra

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Formation of mudra - Indexfingertouches the base

of the thumb, and the tip of thethumb touchesthe tipof the middle finger and ring finger. The little finger

remains straight at ease.

Speciality -1. Apan Vayu mudra specially benefitsthe heart. So this mudra is called as the "HridayMudra", or "Mrit Sanjeevani" mudra. 2. This mudrashows its effects instantly. It works as speedy as an

injection to stop heart attack. 3. Apan Vayu mudra isa combination of two mudras, Apan mudra and Vayumudra. As they are practised together, their combined effect cures the disease at once. Gas instomach or In body Is removed by the practice of thismudra. 4. Time Limit - If you have any symptoms of

heart attack, try the Apan Vayu mudra immediately. If needed, the mudracan be practised many times in a day. Heart patients, people suffering fromhigh BP people who have experienced a heart attack, should practice themudra 15 minutes in the morning and 15 minutes In the evening for betterresults 6. If Vayu mudra does not completely help in curing gas problemsof the stomach, hence practice of Apan Vayu mudra solves the poblems.

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Unga Mudra

12. Unga Mudra

Formation of Mudra This mudraen be made by entangling the fingers among thmselvesandkeepngeither of the thumbs erectSpeciality -1. Practiceo thismudraincreases heat h our body, so 1 isbeneficial to practice this mudra fciwinter. Practice f this mudra shouldbeaccompaniedbyahefcdhydietoffruit juices, mflk, ghee and,a tot of

water. 2. Time limit - This mudra carrbe practiced any time of the day butas only aswhen required. As this generates considerable heat in the body,this mudra should not be done as per our own wish, for longer time.Benefits -1. In case of severe cold, Linga mudra gives immediate relief.You may also sweat, even in winter, by prolonged practice of this mudra.2. As it creates heat in the body it destroys cough and gives relief to otherdiseases like cold-ough orchronic cold. Experience - 20yearsold problemwas cleared bythe practice ofthis mudra. 3. It strengthens lungs and curescough initiated by cold and fever, bronchial attacks and health problemscaused by change in seasons. People suffering from cold, should try themudra in winterbecause it creates heat in ourbody. This heat not onlyclearscough but burns excess accumulated fats from our body and thus helps toreduce the weight. .

13. Shankha Mudra •

Formation ofthe mudra - Left thumb should be heldin the right fist and left index finger should touch rightthumb. This forms the Shankh Mudra.

Three remaining fingers of left hand, together

should give light pressure on fingers of the closed fist

of the right hand. This mudra should be alternately

done, switching the right and the left hands.

Speciality -1. In this mudra the thumb presses the

palm and the three fingers of closed inside ist pres

mound of shukra. Ultimately the pressure comes on

the centres of Navel and Thyroid glands (according

to Accupressure therapy). Thus diseases connected

or related to the navel and thyroid glands can be

cured bythis mudra. 2. This mudra is used for prayers

also. 3. Time limit - It can be practised for a long time. Benefits -1. Longpractice of shankha mudra cures any vocal defects. It benefits thyroid

glands and throat, helping to make your voice sweet and enhances its

quality. 2. Shankh mudra specially affects the nabhi chakra and benefits

72.000 blood vessels and also the muscular system. 3. It benefits the

digestive system. As digestion is improved, diet is alsoimproved. Diseases

of abdomen and intestines can be cured by the practice of this mudra.

Shankha Mudra

14. Sahaj Shankha Mudra

Formation of the mudra - This is another kind of Sankha mudra. Fingers

of. both the hands are entangled with each other, both palms are pressed

on eachotherand both thethumbs raised touching eachother straight. Thisforms the Sahaj Shankh Mudra.

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Speciality - Pracrtce it in Vajrasana orsukhasanafor

5 to 10 minutes. Practising it with Pranayam andMoolbandh gives double benefit.

2. Mool bandha • this action of pulling the anal

muscles upwards, inside iscaDedasthe Moolbandha,breathing stops momentarily and body starts shivering. According to Yoga during the process of passing

out excreta, whenwe needtocontrolorstop.then theShanklnl Nadi Is to be pulled in upward direction.During passing the urine, pulling of Kuhu Nadi con

trols or stops the process of urinating. Regular prac

tice of Moot bandh benefits theanus muscles and thesex glands. Diseases like Piles get cured. Practice of

Moolbandha increases one immunioty to diseases.According to Yoga therapy, with regular study of the■ ""-^i»»*•"«jj «w i w{jv» imviu^j, wini i^yuiai oiuuy vi Lilt;

Moolbandha even an old man can become young again. 2. Manipurchakraand nerves of stomach are situated in both the palms. Therefore, pressingthe palms together, has a special effect on the Manipur shakti Kendrawhich is situated in the softer portion below the thumb. It stimulates theheart and the Nabhi chakra and thereby Improves the blood circulation.Benefits -1. The practice of this Mudra corrects vocal defects such asstammering or stuttering. Specially, singers can considerably improve thetone of their voice if they practice this mudra. 3. Nabhi-chakra (navel) isclosely related to this Mudra and hence regular practice can help us to keepgood health - both mentally as well as physically. 4. It also improvesdigestion. Practice of Vajrasan can help In early digestion of food and giverelief from gastric troubles. i

Dhyan Mudra

15. Dhyan Mudra

Formation of mudra - this mudra is formed

by sitting in Padmasana and keping right palmlightly on the left palm.

Head, neck and he back should be kept

erect. Eyes and lips should be closed, but at

ease, concentrate on any of your favourite

diety and slowly come to a stage where the

mind is totally free of thoughts.

Speciality - In Asthanga Yog, (I.e.. Yam,

Niyam, Asan, Pranayam, Pratyahar, Dhama,

Dhyanand Samadhi), duringpracticeof Dhyan,

this mudra proves to be specially beneficil. 2.Sahaj Dhyan Mudra - any body who cannot

performthe Padmasan, shoulddothis mudra either in Sukhasan,swastikasanor normal sqatting position. A normal person can perform the Sahaj Dhyan

mudra for a longer duration of time and extract beneits of dhyan mudra. 3.

Dhyan Yog Mudra - While performing Dhyan mudra and keeping the rightpalm on the left palm, if the tips of the two thumbs are kept touching each

otherthen this forms the Dhyan Yog mudra. Extensive prctice of this mudra

creates a powerful aura around the face of a person and has an impressive

effect on everybody who comes in contact with that person. 4. In dhyan-

mudra, after keeping the palms on each other, if Syan mudra is performed

then a combined benefit of both mudras is attained, along with benefits of

Padmasan. 5. Time Limit • Depending on the ability to hold Padmasana,

normal person should practice this mudra for a minimum of 20 minutes,

gradually increasing to a period of 1 hour, whereas, as far as a Sadhak is

concerned, there is no time limit to perform this mudra. In case of inability

to perform Dhyan mudra, Sahaj Dhyan Mudra should be done'to get the

benefits.

Benefits - 1. Dhyan Mudra gives mental relief and makes the muscles

stronger. 2.Wandering of mind stops and one can concentrate properly,

thus initiating clean and pious thoughts in the mind. 3. Practice of Dhyan

mudra helps a Sadhakattain great heights in concentration. This mudra is

also useful in self realisation.

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Thumb +/•

Thumb (+)

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Thumb (-)

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Thumb (-)

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No timelimit

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only

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No time

limit

practice in

any asana

5 to 15

minutes

dally

As and

when

needed

Till disease

Is cured

Benefits

Tonic for muscles and brain.God for relieving mental

tension. Cures madness.

hysteria, anger and

depression. Increases

memory. Cures Insomnia

and sleeplessness.

Decreases the level of the

air element In the body.Cures pain In the knees.Good for meurmatlsm, gout.arthrtUs, paralysis, stiff neck

or spondutlUs, facial palsy

and Parkinson's disease.

Increases Akash or space

element In the body.Diseases of the heart andbones can be cured*

Cures ear aches anddeafness. Deafness by birthcan not be cured. Dumb

persons also benefit

provided the defect Is not by

Helps weak persons to gainweight according to theirneeds. Gives the skin ahealthy glow. Gives goodhealth, contentment anenthusiasm. Helps sadhak

to progress on spiritual path.

Activates thyroldgland.Reduces wight. Reducesfats and mental tension.

Removes dryness in thebody and restores moisturesthereby purifying the blood.Cures gastrio diseases,cramps and pain due to

Decreases water element Inthe body. Can be done withother alternative system ofmedicine.

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Pran

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Shankha

mudra

Sahaj

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Apan

Vayu

mudra

Linga

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Dhyan

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finger

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Limit

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benefits

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anytime.

No time

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to 10

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10-15

minutes

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for heart

patients.

As and

when

required

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limit. Mln.

time 20

minutes

Benefits

Cures diabetes. Regularisesexcretory system and keeps

body free from toxins. Initiates

pious thoughts in the mind.

Good for efficient working of

the kidneys.

Dynamo, of life. Charges the

body with energy. Increases

vitality so much (hat one

becomes immune to diseases.

Cures eye problems andmental weakness.

Cures diseases related to the

thyroid & navel. Long practice

cures vocal defects. Benefits

digestive system and cures

diseses of abdomen andIntestines.

Good for piles. Corrects vocal

defects such as stammering orstuttering. Improves voice of

singers. Practice of vajrasan

along with this mudra helps to

digest food quickly and gives

relief from gastric troubles.

Excellent for heart problems.Works as first aid during an

heart attack. Cures gastric

diseases of recent standing.(For long standing gastric

diseases use Vayu mudra.

Good for headaches and highBP.

Increases heat in the body.

Cures severe cold and cough.For bronchiaf attacks. Bumsexcess fats, reduces weight.

Gives mental relief. Slops the

mind from wandering and

Increases concentration to a

remarkable degree. Helps

person to realise himself.

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(•) Indicates finger Up (ouches (he root of the thumb.

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